By Harry Allen (author)
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An incredibly powerful and moving story of a teenage boy trying to redeem his life by working in an African refuge for orphans and the sick finds himself caught up n the midst of human trafficking. This gripping debut novel follows privileged teenagers into the heart of African life and into a journey that changes them forever.
When Charlie goes on a disastrous rich kids' bender, he and his friends are given one last chance to redeem themselves. In desperation, Charlie opts to work at a refuge for orphans, the sick and the homeless who pass through its gates. But this is Africa, where poverty and corruption run deep and the trafficking is human - and Charlie is in it right up to his neck.
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This gripping debut novel follows a privileged teenagers in to the heart of African life, a journey that changes him forever.
Harry Allen was born in the UK, but spent many of his teenage years in Nigeria. He was educated at International schools in Lagos and London, and at Bretton Hall. After graduating with a degree in Theatre Arts, Harry has worked as an actor, director teacher and writer and has spent his life in Africa, Asia and Middle East. His first novel, Ibarajo Road , was voted one of the best books for teens by the Independent on Sunday. His second, Children of the Sun was awarded a Kirkus Star.
Harry now lives in Dubai with his wife and family.
When Charlie goes on a disastrous rich kids' bender, he and his friends are given one last chance to redeem themselves. In desperation, Charlie opts to work at a refuge for orphans, the sick and the homeless who pass through its gates.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Ibarajo Road and determined it is suitable for children aged 13-14 years old
Ibarajo Road features in the following genres: Debuts of the Month, Recommendations, Featured Books for 13+ readers
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Ibarajo Road was written by Harry Allen and published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books
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